Title: 40 Winks Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110341408&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # 40 Winks ## Photo gallery for 40 Winks ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - 40 Winks (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/18ddbe2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - 40 Winks (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/040349d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - 40 Winks (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/869ece45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - 40 Winks (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/cac9739b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dinner served - 40 Winks (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/9c7861fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Durham University, 40 Winks provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage or aromatherapy. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Housekeeping £146 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=110341408&PinnedHotelID=110341408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/d7b5ecb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, City View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating Separate bath and shower Bathrobes Hairdryer Private bathroom Deep-soaking bath Electric kettle - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/73cad506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, City View ### Highlights Separate bedroom Separate bath and shower Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Free bottled water Local meal delivery service - City view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/a2bc9dea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle Free bottled water Local meal delivery service Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Courtyard View ![Standard Double Room, Courtyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/b1fdfe61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Free bottled water Local meal delivery service Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/79719e7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, City View ### Highlights Separate bath and shower Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Free bottled water Local meal delivery service Iron/ironing board - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View ![Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110341500/110341408/61811dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, City View ### Highlights Separate bath and shower Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Free bottled water Local meal delivery service Iron/ironing board - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurham-Hotels-40-Winks.h110341408.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurham-Hotels-40-Winks.h110341408.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Durham, 40 Winks is in the city centre. Gala Theatre Durham and Oriental Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Durham Indoor Market and Newgate Shopping Centre. Freemans Quay Leisure Centre and Meadowfield Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Durham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham.dx4628) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.77380%2C-1.58043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TgLH3qPAYLXt97A4dXqQcQcL9Jg=) 40 South Street, Durham, Durham, England, DH1 4QP ### What's nearby - ![Durham Cathedral; Shutterstock ID 311511602](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088239/6c21bd25-d748-4925-85eb-5d3ac0451816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durham Cathedral 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Durham Castle part of the university building just off the green it has a wide range of photo opportunities. Within a very short area you have the cathedral, castle and university building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4628/875035a1-25c7-4ae9-b0ba-744561349289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durham Castle 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Durham Lumiere is a fantastic event that takes place every two years. This is a light installation of coloured umbrellas at the Gala Theatre. Free entry to Lumiere after 7:30! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4628/816ee511-3324-415f-88c5-bbb25a42defa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gala Theatre Durham 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![A little known gem within Durham. A lovely walk through the gardens to the Greenhouses](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4628/644da214-90a4-4f55-99b2-73af718cc7d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durham University 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Crook Hall and Gardens 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Durham Station 10 min walk - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) 43 min drive ### Restaurants - The Three Bridges 4 min walk - Lebaneat 9 min walk - Ye Old Elm Tree 4 min walk - Caffè Nero 6 min walk - The Colpitts 7 min walk ## About this property ### 40 Winks Hotel near Durham University 40 Winks provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage or aromatherapy. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and luggage storage - Smoke-free property, books and coworking spaces - Wedding services and local meal delivery service Room features All guestrooms at 40 Winks offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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40 Winks Hospitality ### Things to do - Books ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Virtual front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Wedding services ### Business services - Coworking space ### Spa - Aromatherapy - Deep-tissue massages - Hot stone massages - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Chef service - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Meal delivery service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 per person - Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.55 per day - Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM - Hosted evening meal: GBP 28.50 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 40 Winks Hotel 40 Winks Durham 40 Winks Hotel Durham ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 40 Winks pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at 40 Winks? ### What time is check-in at 40 Winks? ### What time is check-out at 40 Winks? ### Where is 40 Winks located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 40 Winks Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip 8 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room. Staff very friendly and helpful. ##### Phillip Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay with very comfortable bed. ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very clean, comfy, great shower and bathroom. Breakfast excellent ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan 19 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable stay ##### Dan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stunning property, excellent location and amenities, beautiful room and great staff. Super quiet and a couple of minutes walk into Durham city centre ##### Lee Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### maria 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I stayed on my own and felt very welcome and safe lovely hotel ##### maria Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Little gem in the heart of Durham What a gem of a place, ideal location, gorgeous views, super comfortable room and really friendly staff. One of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve had. It’s so nice to stay somewhere with so much character, if you’re going to Durham, stay here. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect stop over in Durham A great place to stay when visiting Durham. Great view of the cathedral from the room. Room was extremely comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Absolutely superb. Breakfast amazing. Staff very friendly. Even has a chauffeur service to and from the Train Definitely be back. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We will be back Such a lovely boutique hotel only 5 mins walk to the riverside. All staff were so friendly, the furnishings are so beautiful and the food is outstanding! ##### Victoria Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities George and his team were amazing and went above and beyond to be welcoming and take amazing care of us! The room was lovely, too, and clean. We look forward to visiting again! ##### Stephanie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely loved our stay at 40 Winks, the room was so beautiful with a gorgeous view of the Cathedral. It felt romantic, relaxing and special. Only a 5-10 minute walk to get to the main attractions and lots of food options. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone staying in Durham. ##### Laura Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Fantastic hotel, beautiful room with gorgeous touches such as Molten Brown toiletries. Lovely view from room, a lovely welcome from start to finish. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/AC16DBEE5D9A0D11128656E574D227619274BBEF1744920564238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/009F67CF705196FC6FF3D4E51B7F1B20002D4B571744920563556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4EAF5BC22E6AA0B6A64D471633E907096628AE261744920563738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9289D90ECE5786B7F8B37F5179F0962F896D58F61744920564310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Enormously comfortable. Wonderful views! ##### Frances Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenn 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A touch of class This is a very well ran hotel. Staff are Friendly,professional and very accommodating. Full breakfast was 5star. We look forward to our next stay there ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/70D26E448964C4842F0C36CCBBAE515255D1990C1743337087307.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/04583914647F78ED8A1F2395B4E3927DFD6FA0F71743337087766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B528D729D11DA49BCB4202EE850020DF700BE8161743337087890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kenn Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Morag 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, so close to town centre, fantastic host, George couldn’t do enough for us. Lovely room overlooking the quiet cobblestone one way street in view of the cathedral. Breakfast has a selection that is cooked to order and is amazing, the full English is a must. Had a wonderful short stay that couldn’t have been better, thanks 40 Winks ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8cba2e79-c377-4059-a18c-52f14887e6c1-1750838706636.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d75bda94-4666-4535-b1f0-cc638cb4e0ae-1750838701636.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ca8bd90a-3556-4152-8873-e2d76f537fa8-1750838701843.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/82a331ff-0eb2-4b73-906e-a7311f5772b1-1750838702206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Morag Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful! What a Beautiful place to stay! The room we stayed in was gorgeous and it’s easily the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. The view was amazing. Staff were friendly and welcoming. All of the facilities were wonderful and breakfast was so nice! I can’t wait to come back! ##### Emma Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our second stay at 40 winks and it was even better! Warn welcome, beautiful decor, delicious breakfast. Host went out of his way to make our visit run smoothly as we were here for a graduation ceremony. We will be back. Didn’t have time to use the new bar so we must return!! ##### Brenda Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities beautiful place ##### Julian Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful hotel Beautiful hotel, decor was fantastic, everything spotless and of the highest standard. Breakfast was amazing - restaurant standard. Can’t recommend this place highly enough, 5 mins walk down the hill to the town ##### Patrick Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 24 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely central high end boutique style B&B Gorgeous place. Second time we stayed. Excellent breakfast. Close to town centre. Easy parking outside the hotel. George is great craic. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/059aed24-26d0-4b0a-a917-c212e2e52841-1756044138672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Staff very friendly and welcoming Spent a wonderful couple of days at 40 winks hotel. Room was very comfortable, great location for walking around Durham. Breakfast was excellent, freshly cooked and served hot. Will definitely return. All staff very friendly and welcoming. ##### Janet Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place, kind and welcoming host. Clean and well kept, and peefect for what we needed, which was to be within close walking distance of the cit centre and colleges. Grateful for the loan of an umbrella as it rained heavily while we were there! ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leanne McPhee 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing Amazing! Will definitely come back soon ##### Leanne McPhee Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Silvia Ruiz 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Es una casona muy hermosa, el desayuno muy rico ##### Silvia Ruiz Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Donnington Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sevenoaks-Hotels-Donnington-Manor-Hotel.h865829.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---